The main topic of the text is the exploration of various theories explaining the causes of civil wars. It delves into greed-based theories, where economic gain is a motivator, and grievance-based theories, which focus on social injustices and inequalities. The text also discusses the Collier-Hoeffler Model's insights, critiques of the greed vs grievance dichotomy, state fragility, and the complex interplay of societal dynamics in civil war risks.
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______-based theories claim that the desire for economic benefit, especially through managing precious resources, is a main cause for conflict.
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______-based theories look at the conditions that allow conflicts to happen, such as fragile governmental institutions and the landscape that might aid rebel groups.
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Greed-based theories key elements
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Grievance-based theories focus
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Impact of identity politics in civil wars
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The - Model, by economists ______ ______ and ______ ______, analyzes the risk factors for civil wars between ______ and ______.
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According to the model, a nation's heavy reliance on ______ commodity exports, like ______, can raise the chances of a civil war.
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A substantial ______ abroad can increase the risk of conflict by potentially funding ______.
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The model suggests that higher ______ ______ education for males, greater ______ ______ income, and ______ ______ are factors that can reduce the risk of civil war.
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Greed vs. Grievance Model Critic
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Empirical Challenges to Greed vs. Grievance
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Empirical evidence suggests power struggles and survival strategies are also key in civil war dynamics.
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Political scientists ______ and ______ have highlighted state fragility as a catalyst for insurgencies.
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Fearon and Laitin's studies indicate that both ______ and ______ governments can avert civil wars with adequate ______ and ______ capabilities.
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Bargaining failures in conflict resolution
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Impact of governance deficits on civil wars
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Role of diasporas in sustaining insurgencies
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High levels of ______ and issues from ______-era boundaries may lead to ______ conflict.
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The legacies of ______ and ______ dynamics contribute to the likelihood of ______ wars.
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Emotions, moral ______, and the drive for social ______ can motivate people to support or join ______ movements.
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The complex relationship between structural ______ and personal ______ is highlighted in the context of ______ wars.
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